SENDco

SENDco

MESSAGE FROM THE LEARNING SUPPORT DEPARTMENT:

We are pleased to welcome you the SEND Department, here at Waterside Academy. These pages will give you an insight into the values and work of the SEND Department at Waterside Academy.

ROLE OF THE SENCO

The SENCO, in collaboration with the head teacher and governing body, plays a key role in determining the strategic development of the SEND policy and provision in the school in order to raise the achievement of children with SEND.

I am Mr I. Dean and my key responsibilities as the SENCO include:

• Overseeing the day to day operation of the school’s SEND policy

• Liaising with and advising teachers

• Managing the SEND team of teachers and learning support assistants

• Coordinating the provision for students with special educational needs

• Overseeing the records on all students with special educational needs

• Liaising with parents of students with special educational needs

• Contributing to the in-service training of staff

• Liaising with external support agencies

To get in contact, email the school via the contact page & ask for SEND.

Waterside Academy - Mr I. Dean